Introduction to U.S. Health Care

• Other Authors: Pointer, Dennis Dale (Editor), Williams, Stephen J. (Editor), Isaacs, Stephen L. (Editor), Knickman, James R. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Hoboken, NJ John Wiley & Sons 2007
• Series: Wiley pathways
• Subjects: Delivery of Health Care > United States; Medical policy > United States; Health facilities > United States; Medical care > United States; Health Policy > United States; Health Promotion > United States
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• Physical Description: xxviii, 372 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780471790754; 0471790753

Entering the healthcare system in the United States can be an overwhelming experience even for the most seasoned professional. This comprehensive introduction drills down to the basic concepts as well as current hot topics, providing readers with an easy-to-understand glimpse into this system. With the help of numerous examples and clear explanations, they'll discover how the U.S. health services system is organized, managed, and financed.